Safe Operation Practices • Set-Up • Operation • Maintenance • Service • Troubleshooting • Warranty Operator’s Manual LS 33 CCHP WARNING READ AND FOLLOW ALL SAFETY RULES AND INSTRUCTIONS IN THIS MANUAL BEFORE ATTEMPTING TO OPERATE THIS MACHINE. FAILURE TO COMPLY WITH THESE INSTRUCTIONS MAY RESULT IN PERSONAL INJURY. NOTE: This Operator’s Manual covers several models. Features may vary by model. Not all features in this manual are applicable to all models and the model depicted may differ from yours.
1 To The Owner Thank You Thank you for purchasing a Cub Cadet Log Splitter. It was carefully engineered to provide excellent performance when properly operated and maintained. If applicable, the power testing information used to establish the power rating of the engine equipped on this machine can be found at www.opei.org or the engine manufacturer’s web site. Please read this entire manual prior to operating the equipment.
2 Important Safe Operation Practices WARNING! This symbol points out important safety instructions which, if not followed, could endanger the personal safety and/or property of yourself and others. Read and follow all instructions in this manual before attempting to operate this machine. Failure to comply with these instructions may result in personal injury. When you see this symbol.
13. If your machine is equipped with an internal combustion engine and is intended for use near any unimproved forest, brush, or grass covered land, the engine exhaust should be equipped with a spark arrestor. Make sure you comply with applicable local, state, and federal codes. Take appropriate firefighting equipment with you. c. Never fuel machine indoors. d. Never remove gas cap or add fuel while the engine is hot or running. e. Allow engine to cool at least two minutes before refueling. 14.
11. When splitting in the vertical position, stabilize the log before moving the control handle. Split as follows: a. Place log on the end plate and turn until it leans against the beam and is stable. b. When splitting extra large or uneven logs, the log must be stabilized with wooden shims or split wood placed between the log and end plate or ground. 12. Always keep fingers away from any cracks that open in the log while splitting. They can quickly close and pinch or amputate your fingers. 13.
Safety Symbols This page depicts and describes safety symbols that may appear on this product. Read, understand, and follow all instructions on the machine before attempting to assemble and operate. Symbol Description READ THE OPERATOR’S MANUAL(S) Read, understand, and follow all instructions in the manual(s) before attempting to assemble and operate WARNING — CRUSHING HAZARD Keep hands away from wedge, end plate, partially split wood and moving parts.
3 Assembly & Set-Up Contents of Carton • Log Splitter (1) • Operator’s Manual (1) WARNING! Do not remove the beam support or attempt to remove the machine from the crate until after you have completed all assembly steps. See Figure 3-1. • Engine Operator’s Manual (1) Crate Disassembly 1. Use a pry bar or claw hammer to loosen and remove the top of the crate. 2.
3. Pull the beam lock outward, line it up with the hole in the beam bracket and release the beam lock. See Figure 3-3. 4. Fasten the tongue tube to the frame by reinstalling the two three-inch hex screws removed in Step 1 and tightly securing with the two flange lock nuts. See Figure 3-3. 3. Carefully pry the small block of wood from the base of the crate and position it beneath the jack stand. See Figure 3-5.
4. Carefully reposition the log splitter off of the crate by lifting up on the tongue tube, near the hitch coupling, and slowly rotating the machine clockwise. See Figure 3-7. Set-Up Gas and Oil Fill-Up Service the engine with gasoline and oil as instructed in the Engine Operator’s Manual. Read the instructions carefully. WARNING! Use extreme care when handling gasoline. Gasoline is extremely flammable and the vapors are explosive. Never fuel the machine indoors or while the engine is hot or running.
4. Replace the dipstick securely, tightening it until the top of the threads are flush with top of the pipe. 5. Disconnect the spark plug and prime the pump by pulling the recoil starter as far as it will go. Repeat approximately 10 times. 6. Reconnect the spark plug wire and start the engine following instructions in the Engine Operator’s Manual. 7. Use the control handle to engage the wedge to the farthest extended position. Then retract the wedge. 8.
4 Controls & Features Log Dislodger Control Handle Hitch Coupling Safety Chain Log Tray Jack Stand Horizontal Beam Lock Dipstick Vertical Beam Lock Engine Controls Log Dislodger See the Engine Operator’s Manual for the location and function of the controls on the engine. The log dislodger is designed to remove any partially split wood from the wedge while it is retracting. This may occur while splitting large diameter wood or freshly cut wood.
5 Operation Pre-Start Checklist 3. 1. Remove the dipstick and check hydraulic fluid level. Refill if necessary. Approved fluids include Shell Tellus® S2 M 32 Hydraulic Fluid, Dexron® III / Mercon® Automatic Transmission Fluid, Pro-Select™ AW-32 Hydraulic Oil or 10WAW-ISO Viscosity Grade 32 Hydraulic Oil. Check the engine oil level. Refill if necessary. 2. Check the engine oil level. Refill if necessary. 3. Fill up with gasoline if necessary. 4.
5. To place the beam in the horizontal position proceed as follows: a. Pull the vertical beam lock out and rotate it down. Pivot the beam to the horizontal position. b. The horizontal beam lock is self-locking. The spring loaded lock will snap into place when the beam is lowered into position. See Figure 5-3. • NEUTRAL — Release the control handle or move the lever to the NEUTRAL position to stop the wedge movement.
Operating Tips Transporting the Log Splitter WARNING! Do not tow faster than 45 mph and check the local, state and federal requirements before towing on any public road. 1. Lower the beam to its horizontal position. Make certain the beam is locked securely with the horizontal beam lock. 2. Remove the spring clip and clevis pin from the jack stand. 3. Support the tongue and pivot the jack stand up against the tongue. See Figure 5-5. Spring Clip Always: 1.
6 Maintenance & Adjustments WARNING! Do not — at any time — make any adjustments without first stopping engine, disconnecting spark plug and grounding it against the engine. Always wear safety glasses during operation or while performing any adjustments or repairs. 4. Allow the fluid to drain into a suitable container. 5. Reinsert the filter and reconnect the hose. Fill the reservoir as instructed in the Assembly & Set-Up section (Page 9).
7 Service Flexible Pump Coupler 9. The flexible pump coupler is a nylon “spider” insert, located between the pump and the engine shaft. Over time, the coupler will harden and deteriorate. Replace the coupler if you detect vibration or noise coming from the area between the engine and the pump. If the coupler fails completely, you will experience a loss of power. Align the pump coupling half with the nylon “spider” by rotating the engine using the starter handle.
8 Troubleshooting Problem Engine fails to start Engine running erratically/ inconsistent RPM (hunting or surging) Engine Overheats Cylinder rod will not move Cause Remedy 1. Spark plug wire disconnected. 1. Connect wire to spark plug. 2. Fuel tank empty or stale fuel. 2. Fill tank with clean, fresh fuel. 3. Choke, if equipped, not in CHOKE position. 3. Move choke to CHOKE position. 4. Faulty spark plug. 4. Clean, adjust gap, or replace spark plug. 5. Blocked fuel line. 5. Clean fuel line.
Problem Slow cylinder shaft speed while extending and retracting. Leaking Cylinder Engine runs but wood will not split or wood splits too slowly Engine stalls during splitting Engine will not turn or stalls under low load conditions Leaking pump shaft seal 18 Cause Remedy 1. Gear sections damaged. 1. See authorized service dealer. 2. Excessive pump inlet vacuum. 2. Make certain pump inlet hoses are clear and unblocked-use short, large diameter inlet hoses. 3. Slow engine speed. 3.
9 Replacement Parts Component Part Number and Description 737-0348A Vented Dipstick 735-04103 718-04395 718-04392 710-1842A Spider Bushing Coupling, .875 Coupling, .500 Set Screw 723-0405 Hydraulic Oil Filter 737-04308 727-0451 727-04288 727-0443 727-04362 Inlet Filter Inlet Hose Hydro Hose Return Hose Hydro Hose 726-0132 Hose Clamp 634-0187 Wheel Assembly, 16.0 x 4.8 x 8.
CUB CADET LLC MANUFACTURER’S LIMITED WARRANTY FOR SNOW THROWERS, LOG SPLITTERS, CHIPPER-SHREDDERS, CHIPPER-SHREDDER VACUUMS AND JET SWEEPS The limited warranty set forth below is given by Cub Cadet LLC with respect to new merchandise purchased and used in the United States, its possessions and territories, and by MTD Products Limited with respect to new merchandise purchased and used in Canada and/or its territories and possessions.
